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to traverse
01
to travel or move across or through in a specified direction
Transitive: to traverse a place
Example
To reach the remote village, they had to traverse dense forests and cross several rivers on their expedition.
As part of the road trip, they decided to traverse the scenic coastal highway, enjoying picturesque views along the way.
02
to formally reject or oppose a specific claim or allegation made by the opposing party in legal proceedings
Transitive: to traverse a claim or allegation
Example
In a criminal case, the defendant may traverse specific charges by formally denying the accusations made against them.
In a civil lawsuit, the respondent may traverse certain allegations in the complaint.
03
to move or extend across a space, area, or object
Transitive: to traverse an expanse of space
Example
The river traverses through the picturesque valley, winding its way across the landscape.
Hikers can enjoy a trail that traverses the entire mountain range.
Traverse
01
taking a zigzag path on skis
02
travel across
03
a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it
04
a crossbeam or horizontal member that is used to support or reinforce a structure, such as a roof or floor
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